H.R. No. 996
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, All who shared in the life of Patrick Debardelaben
of West Columbia were deeply saddened by his passing on March 9,
2019, at the age of 67; and
WHEREAS, A native of Michigan, Patrick Debardelaben was born
on August 2, 1951, and he grew up with the companionship of his two
brothers and two sisters; and
WHEREAS, Known affectionately as "Coach D," Mr. Debardelaben
enjoyed a long and successful career in sports and education,
serving Northside Elementary School in Angleton as a teacher and
coach for two decades before his retirement; he also refereed
basketball and football games for the Texas Association of Sports
Officials, and he dedicated 25 years to officiating for the
American Softball Association as well as many youth programs in
Brazoria County; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Debardelaben drew strength from the love and
support of his fiancée, Yvette; he was the proud father of a
daughter, Mia, and he delighted in the company of a caring, blended
family, which included many beloved grandchildren and
stepchildren; and
WHEREAS, Possessed of a warm and generous nature, a keen
sense of humor, and a joyous zest for life, Patrick Debardelaben
brightened the world for all who knew him, and they will forever
hold him close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Patrick Debardelaben
and extend sincere condolences to his loved ones: to his fiancée,
Yvette Jones; to his daughter, Mia Debardelaben; to his
grandchildren, Audriana, Makya, Khaison, Khaylour, and Kohen; to
his stepchildren, Donald Scott, Jason Scott and his wife, Zaundria
Shanklin, Justin Scott and his wife, Ashley Lemon, and La'Toya
Scott; and to his other relatives and many friends; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Patrick
Debardelaben.
Bonnen of Brazoria
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 996 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on April 12, 2019.
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Chief Clerk of the House